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Join us for a book discussion of Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue.
Join us for our regular lunchtime book discussion of Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue. If you would like a copy from the book club bag, email Becky to request the book. Or you can request a copy with your library card via our online catalog: physical book, e-book, and e-audiobook.
Register and you'll get an email with instructions on how to participate via Zoom.
About the book: Jende Jonga, a Cameroonian immigrant living in Harlem, has come to the United States to provide a better life for himself, his wife, Neni, and their six-year-old son. In the fall of 2007, Jende can hardly believe his luck when he lands a job as a chauffeur for Clark Edwards, a senior executive at Lehman Brothers. Clark demands punctuality, discretion, and loyalty—and Jende is eager to please. Clark’s wife, Cindy, even offers Neni temporary work at the Edwardses’ summer home in the Hamptons. With these opportunities, Jende and Neni can at last gain a foothold in America and imagine a brighter future.
However, the world of great power and privilege conceals troubling secrets, and soon Jende and Neni notice cracks in their employers’ façades.
When the financial world is rocked by the collapse of Lehman Brothers, the Jongas are desperate to keep Jende’s job—even as their marriage threatens to fall apart. As all four lives are dramatically upended, Jende and Neni are forced to make an impossible choice.
Technology requirements: you'll need a device or a computer with an internet connection and Chrome browser, microphone and speakers to participate.
We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations (i.e. hearing assistance, ASL requests, or other ADA inquiries), email sday@spokanelibrary.org.
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Mon, Dec 23 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
Tue, Dec 24 | Closed |
Wed, Dec 25 | Closed |
Thu, Dec 26 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
Fri, Dec 27 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sat, Dec 28 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sun, Dec 29 | 12:00PM to 4:00PM |
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300 person capacity nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall (pronounced: inn-whi-whi-ettk, a Salish word meaning Life in the Water)
256 capacity combined event space on the 1st floor
34 person capacity maker studio
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